What is the cheapest way to get from Natal to Recife?

The cheapest way to get from Natal to Recife is to bus which costs R$ 60 - R$ 120 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Natal to Recife?

The fastest way to get from Natal to Recife is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs R$ 150 - R$ 230.

Is there a direct bus between Natal and Recife?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Natal and arriving at Recife - TIP. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Natal to Recife?

The distance between Natal and Recife is 297 km. The road distance is 284.6 km.

How do I travel from Natal to Recife without a car?

The best way to get from Natal to Recife without a car is to bus via João Pessoa which takes 5h 29m and costs R$ 70 - R$ 380.

How long does it take to get from Natal to Recife?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Natal to Recife, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Natal to Recife bus from?

Natal to Recife bus services, operated by Progresso, depart from Natal station.

Bus or fly from Natal to Recife?

The best way to get from Natal to Recife is to bus via João Pessoa which takes 5h 29m and costs R$ 70 - R$ 380. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R$ 600 - R$ 3900 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Natal to Recife bus arrive?

Natal to Recife bus services, operated by Progresso, arrive at João Pessoa station.

Can I drive from Natal to Recife?

Yes, the driving distance between Natal to Recife is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Natal to Recife.

How do I get a bus ticket from Natal to Recife?

Book your Natal to Recife bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Recife?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Recife.

Natal to Recife - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Natal to Recife by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via João Pessoa
best
1. Take the bus from Natal to João Pessoa
2. Take the bus from João Pessoa to Recife - TIP
5h 29m
R$73–379
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Natal to Recife - TIP
5h 40m
R$60–120
Drive 284.6 km
1. Drive from Natal to Recife284.6 km
3h 36m
R$159–229
Fly from Greater Natal International Airport
1. Fly from Greater Natal International Airport (NAT) to Recife International Airport (REC)NAT - REC
3h 44m
R$645–3,840
Bus to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Natal to João Pessoa
2. Fly from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to Recife International Airport (REC)JPA - REC
5h 57m
R$1,677–4,309

Natal to Recife by bus

124Weekly Buses

5h 29mAverage Duration

R$73Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 297 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Natal, Brazil and Recife, Brazil?

You can take a bus from Natal to Recife - TIP via João Pessoa in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, Azul flies from Greater Natal International Airport (NAT) to Recife International Airport (REC) twice daily.

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